21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Web administrator
They manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities — and perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.
Computer importance level: 100
Median annual pay: $85,240
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Multimedia artist or animator
They create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.
Computer importance level: 100
Median annual pay: $63,970
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
RFID specialist
They design and implement radio frequency identification device (RFID) systems used to track shipments or goods.
Computer importance level: 100
Median annual pay: $98,270
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Database administrator
They administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. They also coordinate changes to computer databases, and may plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.
Computer importance level: 100
Median annual pay: $81,710
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Geographic information systems technician
They assist scientists, technologists, or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems databases.
Computer importance level: 100
Median annual pay: $85,240
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Computer programmer
They create, modify, and test the code, forms, and script that allow computer applications to run. They work from specifications drawn up by software developers or other individuals.
Computer importance level: 99
Median annual pay: $79,530
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Computer network support specialist
They analyze, test, troubleshoot, and evaluate existing network systems, and perform network maintenance to ensure networks operate correctly with minimal interruption.
Computer importance level: 99
Median annual pay: $62,250
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Astronomer
They observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.
Computer importance level: 99
Median annual pay: $104,100
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Computer user support specialist
They provide technical assistance to computer users, and answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients.
Computer importance level: 99
Median annual pay: $48,620
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Computer hardware engineer
They research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use.
Computer importance level: 99
Median annual pay: $111,730
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Video game designer
They design core features of video games; specify innovative game and role-play mechanics, story lines, and character biographies; create and maintain design documentation; and guide and collaborate with production staff to produce games as designed.
Computer importance level: 99
Median annual pay: $85,240
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Computer systems engineer/architect
They design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns — and perform systems management and integration functions.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $85,240
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Computer and information systems manager
They plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $131,600
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Bioinformatics scientist
They conduct research using bioinformatics theory and methods in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $75,150
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Bioinformatics technician
They apply principles and methods of bioinformatics to assist scientists in areas such as pharmaceuticals, medical technology, biotechnology, computational biology, proteomics, computer information science, biology and medical informatics. They also apply bioinformatics tools to visualize, analyze, manipulate or interpret molecular data.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $42,700
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Computer science professor
They teach courses in computer science and conduct research.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $74,840
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Instructional designer or technologist
They develop instructional materials and products and assist in the technology-based redesign of courses.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $62,270
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Mechanical drafter
They prepare detailed working diagrams of machinery and mechanical devices.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $53,520
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Desktop publisher
They format typescript and graphic elements using computer software to produce publication-ready material.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $39,840
21 jobs to avoid if you don't want to stare at a computer all day
Title examiners, abstractor, or searcher
They search real estate records, examine titles, or summarize pertinent legal or insurance documents or details for a variety of purposes. They also compile lists of mortgages, contracts, and other instruments pertaining to titles by searching public and private records for law firms, real estate agencies, or title insurance companies.
Computer importance level: 98
Median annual pay: $44,370
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